B O U T The Organizations

Women of Color Advancing Peace, Security, and Conflict Transformation (WCAPS) is a platform devoted to women of color that cultivates a strong voice and network for its members while encouraging dialogue and strategies for engaging in policy discussions on an international scale. Through our dedication to mentorship and partnerships and our passion for changing the global community landscape, we remain committed to achieving our vision of advancing the leadership and professional development of women of color in the fields of international peace, security, and conflict transformation.

OrgsinSolidarity (OiS) is a partnership formed among more than 300 organizations and individuals who are signatories to the WCAPS United States or United Kingdom Standing Together Against Racism and Discrimination Statements

Our mission is to combat racist beliefs, attitudes, and acts of discrimination, and integrate diversity within all levels of our organizations and as individuals in the peace and security, foreign policy and national security fields. We evaluate the current state of affairs, educate, elevate and support diverse voices and perspectives and the individuals who hold them, giving due recognition and credit to achievements of Black people and people of color, and creating a world where all people are treated fairly, equitably, and with respect

The core commitment of OiS’ Mentorship Working Group is to develop and support mentorship opportunities for people of color in our organizations. Its primary goals are to: (1) expand access to mentorship opportunities for people of color in the peacebuilding and international security fields, and (2) communicate values that create a successful and meaningful mentorship environment, especially for people of color, in these spaces.